Second Cook, Full Time

Compass Canada; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel and accommodation provided

Overtime after 8hr/day

Benefits after 3 months

Job summary

Compass Group Canada (Beaver) Ltd. is seeking a capable Second Cook to prepare and cook food in a high-volume kitchen according to corporate standards and safety policies.

You will set up mise en place, label and store products, and work with other departments to ensure quality service. The role requires team collaboration, strong communication, and adherence to health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience in a kitchen setting.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Culinary school certificate is an asset.
• Excellent cooking method knowledge and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food per direction.
• Set up mise en place for high volume production.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment and proper storage of food.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food Safety Certification

Independent worker

Team player

Communication skills

Education

Culinary certificate

Job description

The Second Cook prepares food in accordance with applicable corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
• Prepare "mise en place" (setting in place of foods, garnishes, sauces, dishes, cutlery, etc) and other products as required for high volume production.
• Clean kitchen equipment after use according to health and safety policies and procedures.
• Label, date, store and rotate food and beverage products in appropriate storage areas.
• Communicate effectively with all appropriate operational departments.
• Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Qualifications:

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a restaurant cook or prep cook.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school is an asset.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.
• Familiar with industry’s best practices.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Position Requirements:

• Shift: 12hr/Day
• Rotation: 14 Days On/14 Days off

Perks:

• Travel and accommodation provided
• Overtime after 8hr/day (or 40hr/week)
• Benefits after 3 months

ESS Canada is committed to building meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities and supporting inclusive employment opportunities. Consistent with our Indigenous community partnership commitments and voluntary employment equity initiatives, qualified Indigenous applicants (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) may be given preference in the hiring process. Such applicants are invited to voluntarily self-identify and may be required to confirm a claim of Indigenous identity during the hiring process.